2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Italdesign Visconti. (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Italdesign Visconti.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Italdesign Visconti. (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Italdesign Visconti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visconti | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
